Sketch of the History of Yale University is a book written by Franklin Bowditch Dexter in 1887. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of Yale University, one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the United States. It covers the university's founding, its early years, its growth and development over time, and its role in shaping American education and culture. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a different aspect of Yale's history, including its founding, its early struggles, the growth of its academic programs, the role of its faculty and alumni in shaping American society, and its contributions to the arts, sciences, and humanities. The book is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of American higher education, and provides valuable insights into the development of one of the country's most important universities.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.